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Investigators Say Fire at Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Was Not Intentionally Set
Connecticut State Police investigators have determined that the fire that caused massive damage at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford was not intentionally set or criminal in nature.
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Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Receives $1M in Donations After Fire to Be Matched: CEO
Just 10 days after a fire destroyed several buildings at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, CEO Jimmy Canton announced Monday they have reached $1 million in donations that will be matched by The Travelers and Travelers Championship to rebuild those buildings. There are enough anticipated funds to rebuild the structures to meet the current needs of…
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Bubba Watson Donates $25K to Effort to Rebuild Hole in the Wall Gang Camp After Fire
Three-time Travelers Championship winner Bubba Watson said Wednesday he will donate $25,000 to the effort to rebuild the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp after Friday’s devastating fire. Watson tweeted in response to the announcement from the tournament and Travelers, that they would match donations up to $1 million. “Hey @Travelers @TravelersChamp… put me down for $25k!!” Watson tweeted. “Happy…
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Newman's Own Foundation Pledges $1M to Help Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Rebuild
Less than a week after a fire destroyed multiple buildings at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, the Newman’s Own Foundation has committed $1 million to help the camp rebuild. The fire, which happened on Friday, February 12, destroyed several buildings at the camp that was founded by actor Paul Newman in 1988. Each year, the camp…
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Former Camper Starts Fundraiser For Hole in the Wall Gang Camp
A former camper from North Haven has started a fundraising campaign in the wake of the fire that destroyed several buildings at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp last week.
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Hole in Wall Gang Camp Envisions Up-to-Date Rebuild after Destructive Fire
In Ashford, an investigation continues into what caused the fire at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. Tuesday, the town’s fire marshal said the fire does not seem suspicious. Despite the devastation, the nonprofit is trying to see the silver lining as they continue to support families with sick children. Just four days since the fire, the organization...
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Hole in the Wall Gang Camp CEO Plans to Quickly Rebuild After Fire
Hole in the Wall Gang Camp CEO Jimmy Canton said Tuesday, with support from the community, he plans to rebuild the camp and make it even better than before.
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Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Fire Doesn't Appear Suspicious: Fire Marshal
The fire that destroyed several buildings at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford Friday does not appear suspicous, according to the town’s fire marshal. Fire Marshal Richard Whitehouse said Tuesday there was nothing to indicate the fire was suspicious. There were no tracks in the snow leading up to buildings and the gates at both ends...
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Hole in the Wall Gang Fire: Families Forever Thankful for Memories Made at Camp
The Albert family treasures memories they made at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, but watching images of Friday’s fire isn’t one they want to remember. “It was crazy, devastating, heartbreaking really,” said Kelly Albert of Bristol. Her son, Connor Albert, was diagnosed with bone cancer in 2016. She said Connor loved every second he spent...
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Families Talk About Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Impact After Fire
Families who spoke with NBC Connecticut talked about the positive impact the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp had in wake of a massive fire that destroyed buildings at the camp.
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Travelers, Tournament Pledge $1M Donation Match to Hole in the Wall Gang Camp After Fire
Days after a fire destroyed several buildings at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, Travelers and the Travelers Championship announced they will help their longtime charity partner. The two have pledged to match up to $1 million in donations to the camp, which serves more than 20,000 children with serious illnesses and their families each year. “For…
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Fire Destroys Buildings at Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford
A fast-moving fire destroyed multiple buildings at the beloved Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, Connecticut Friday. Ashford fire officials said they responded to an alarm and several calls for smoke around 4:54 p.m. When they arrived they found a large fire in the main camp building, which is one large wood structure with smaller interconnected areas within….
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DroneRanger Footage Shows Fire Damage at Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford
New DroneRanger footage shows the extent of damage caused by a massive fire that ripped through the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford Friday night.
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‘Home Away From Home'; Hole in the Wall Gang Campers Discuss Camp's Impact
People who attend, work and volunteer at Hole in the Wall Gang Camp say they are heartbroken after a massive fire destroyed two buildings on the camp’s site in Ashford. Ashford fire officials said they responded to an alarm and several calls for smoke around 4:54 p.m. When they arrived they found very heavy fire in the main camp...
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‘Home Away From Home'; Hole in the Wall Gang Campers Discuss Camp's Impact
Former campers and counselors share how Hole in The Wall has impacted their lives after a fire destroyed four of the camp’s buildings Friday night.
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Fire Destroys Buildings at Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford
A fast-moving fire destroyed buildings at the beloved Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford Friday.
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